About Patrick Ryan
Patrick Ryan has invested in stocks and traded options for more than a decade. He specializes in growth stocks, with a particular focus on those in the technology and entertainment sectors. Patrick began writing for StockNews.com in 2019. His mission is to pinpoint growth stocks trading at attractive prices. This requires a focus on the fundamentals including in-depth qualitative and quantitative analysis. Patrick often abides by a contrarian market strategy as he analyzes investment opportunities with irreverence for conventional logic. This often leads to finding hidden gems with tremendous long term upside potential.
Recent Articles By Patrick Ryan
Synchrony Financial vs. Visa: Which Consumer Finance Stock is a Better Buy?
Consumer financial stocks have outperformed this year in part due to stimulus payments and also due to lower spending in certain categories during the pandemic. 2 of the top consumer financial stocks are Synchrony Financial (SYF) and Visa (V). Which is the better buy?
Grab These 3 Semiconductor Stocks on Market Corrections
Texas Instruments (TXN), United Microelectronics (UMC), and Qualcomm (QCOM) are 3 top semiconductor stocks that investors should consider buying after the market's recent drop.
Buy These 3 Oversold Tech Stocks Now
Micron Technology (MU), McAfee (MCFE), and Trimble (TRMB) are 3 tech stocks with strong fundamentals. Recent market volatility could be a great opportunity to add exposure.
Should You Buy the Dip in Bank of America Stock?
Bank stocks have been under pressure due to the flattening of the yield curve and underwhelming growth in loan demand. However, they remain solid long-term buys. Should you buy Bank of America (BAC) on the dip?
Marvell Technology vs. STMicroelectronics: Which Semiconductor Stock is a Better Buy?
Semiconductors made a new all-time high last week before dropping this week. Given the sector's fundamentals. investors should consider high-quality stocks in the sector. Which is the better buy: Marvell Technology (MRVL) and STMicroelectronics (STM)?
Salesforce.com vs. Pegasystems: Which Customer Relationship Management Stock is the Better Buy?
Companies are spending more on CRM software due to its effectiveness in increasing sales, conversions, and customer loyalty. Salesforce.com (CRM) and Pegasystems (PEGA) are two of the top stocks but which is the better buy.
3 Upgraded Stocks to Consider Buying as the Market Bounces Back
The stock market has encountered its first major bout of selling since February. It's certainly creating an opportunity to add some quality stocks to your portfolio. The POWR Ratings’ latest update reveals the following stocks have been upgraded to a Strong Buy: First United Corporation (FUNC), Northeast Bank (NBN), and Republic Services (RSG).
Avoid These 3 Stocks as the Market Gets More Volatile
After many weeks of placid trading, the market finally encountered significant volatility. This is a good time to prune the portfolio of the riskiest stocks. Summit Wireless Technologies (WISA), US Gold Corp (USAU), and UiPath (PATH) are three stocks that investors should avoid.
2 Software Stocks Under $10 to Scoop Up Now
The software industry has been gaining as companies switch to a recurring revenue model and more companies need their services. But not all companies are major players. There are some low priced software stocks that could see their shares rise in the months ahead. This includes Netsol Technologies (NTWK) and Immersion Corporation (IMMR).